Weather in Bishkek February 16, MondayAt night, the temperature will be +2…+4 °C with variable cloudiness. During the day, +15…+17 °C is expected, sunny with slight cloudiness.
In the Kochkor district, an international press tour called "Winter Wonder" (Кыш керемети) took place, dedicated to promoting winter tourism. The event was attended by tourism companies, journalists, and bloggers from various countries. According to the Kochkor District State Administration, about 60 people participated in the press tour, including media representatives from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Russia, as well as ethnic Kyrgyz from China and guests from other countries.
February 16. Basta Concert (Russia) We invite you to the performance of an artist who has been shaping the Russian-speaking hip-hop scene for 25 years. Hits such as "Samsara," "Graduation," "Mama," and "It's Worth More Than Money" will definitely be in his program. Nomad Arena, starts at 20:00.
According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation, in the fourth quarter of 2025, over 35% of migrants were unable to pass the Russian language exam on their first attempt. Monitoring data shows that from October to December, 201,675 people took the exams in Russian as a foreign language, the history of Russia, and the basics of legislation. Of these, 87.9% successfully passed the exam, while 35.5% did not pass on their
Photo from the internet. Scandal in South Korea over “importing virgins” to boost birth rates A serious political scandal has erupted in South Korea following remarks by Kim Hi Soo, the head of Jindo County in South Jeolla Province. He proposed a solution to the demographic crisis involving the “importation of virgins” from Vietnam and Sri Lanka. At a public meeting addressing the issues of declining population in rural areas, the official stated that an influx of young unmarried women from
The Sheralieva Children's Art School in the At-Bashinsky District has achieved significant success on the international stage in recent years. Aida Aitmambetova, a choreography teacher at this school, shared with a Turmush correspondent the achievements of her students and plans for preparation for upcoming international competitions.
Photo from the internet. Hideki Sato Hideki Sato, one of the leading developers of Sega game consoles, passed away in Japan at the age of 77. Information about his death appeared in the publication Kotaku, but the cause of this tragic event has not been specified. Sato began his career at Sega in 1971 and spent more than five decades with the company. His contribution to the development of the brand's hardware was significant, including participation in the creation of home gaming systems.
In the Kochkor district, in the rural administration of Kum-Dobo, there is a village called Buguchu. Journalist Turmush decided to find out what story this name hides. Local farmer Bolot Asanbekov shared an interesting version of the origin of the village's name.
Today in Bishkek, a memorial meeting was held at the memorial dedicated to internationalist soldiers, marking the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan, as reported by the press service of the city administration.
Today in Bishkek, at the Ata-Turak Park, a memorial rally was held dedicated to the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. According to information provided by the city administration, the event began with the laying of flowers at the monument to internationalist soldiers.
On February 15, an event was held in Kara-Balta dedicated to the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. The memorial rally began with a procession from the building of the Jayil District Administration to the memorial for internationalist soldiers, located in the lower park of the city. Among the participants were Afghan veterans from the Jayil District, representatives of local administrations, heads of various services and organizations, as well as residents of
On February 15, 2026, we will mark 37 years since the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. The Afghan war, which lasted from 1979 to 1989, left a deep mark in history. After 35 years, veterans continue to remember their comrades who died in combat. More than 7,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan participated in the conflict, of which 300 lost their lives, 1,500 were wounded, and 4 went missing.
In the Uzgen district, the Kurshab rural area has initiated the process of updating its master development plan for the next three decades. The deputy head of the rural administration, Kutman Eraliyev, shared this information with Turmush. The first stage of developing the new document has already begun with public hearings, where local residents were able to familiarize themselves with the project, offer their comments, and express ideas. The master plan is a key document that defines the
Turmush continues to share stories of Kyrgyzstani people who have found their place abroad. The focus is on 18-year-old Saikal Karybekova, originally from the Osh region, who is currently studying at Kyungwoon University in Daegu, South Korea. Saikal was born in 2007 in the Uzgen district. She shares that she studied in the village of Myrza-Ake until the 9th grade and then completed her 10th and 11th grades in Bishkek. Now, she is studying the Korean language at Kyungwoon University.
Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, visited the 'Kyrgyzfilm' film studio to familiarize himself with the current state of the renovation work.
In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, celebrations were held dedicated to the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. On February 15, at the initiative of the district state administration, the chairman of the veterans' council, and the instructor of pre-conscription training at the Shukurbek Beishenaliev Secondary School, Sharshenbek Murzabekov, a military-cultural event was held in honor of the veterans of the war in Afghanistan. This event was
In the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, there are many talented students who have cherished national music from a young age and are mastering the art of playing the komuz. One of them is Mukhammedali Jumashov, a gifted student of the children's art school named after J. Sheraliyev. He has been studying at this school since 2021 (since the 3rd grade) and is currently preparing to graduate with a red diploma.
The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, conducted an inspection of the repair and restoration work at the "Kyrgyzfilm" film studio. During the visit, he emphasized the necessity of completing the work on time and monitoring financial expenditures. According to the ministry, Mambetaliev, along with Deputy Marat Tagaev, inspected the film studio itself and the adjacent utility buildings. The information about the progress of the work was provided to
Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a new monument of rock art that dates back to at least 10,000 years. This information was published by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities of the country on its website.
Photo by Kamchybek Zamirbekov. Kyrgyz yurt and northern lights Finland has managed to turn the myth of Lapland into a thriving tourist industry, where every element has its price. The northern lights, Santa Claus, reindeer, and huskies have become part of a carefully thought-out business strategy. In an interview with 24.kg, Kamchybek Zamirbekov, the head of Ethno Yurts, shared his thoughts on how Kyrgyzstan can leverage its cultural identity for similar success.
French police have discovered that a fraudulent scheme for selling fake tickets has been operating at the Louvre and Versailles for many years. The damage caused to the Louvre alone exceeds 10 million euros, according to Le Parisien.
In the Chui region, in the Moscow district, a memorial rally was held dedicated to the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. This event was a tribute of respect and memory to the Afghan warriors, as reported by the deputy head of the district state administration, Nazgul Mekeshova. As it became known, commemorative events took place at the monument to internationalist soldiers in the village of Belovodskoye. Every year, veterans of the Afghan war are honored
The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic reported successful assistance to Kyrgyz citizens in Russia in receiving their wages. This information was disseminated through the ministry's press service. According to the provided data, the Ministry of Labor's representation in the Russian Federation actively participated in protecting the rights of working citizens of Kyrgyzstan.
A recent meeting of local authorities with residents of the At-Bashinsky district revealed several key issues causing concern among the population. At the meeting, prosecutor Kubanychbek Nurullaev noted that in recent years there has been an increase in the number of crimes committed by teenagers, as well as crimes against minors and cases of domestic violence.
Archive photo of Abdygany Mamanov. Young years Abdygany Mamanov, who served in an aviation regiment, decided to go to Afghanistan on his own. His military career continued in various countries, covering both Europe and Africa. Nevertheless, he believes that the most important moments in his life are not related to geography, but to the people and lessons he learned from war. On the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan, he shared with 24.kg his memories of how,
In the Osh region, in the Alay district, a gas station installed without permits has been dismantled. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services.
According to a press release from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, the new system, known as AIS Subsidy, was developed by the state institution AgroSmart and operates within the Department for the Expertise of Agricultural Crops and Horticulture.
Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the Minister of Education, held a meeting with Liu Jiangping, the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan. Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Education press service
According to meteorologists' forecasts, no precipitation is expected in Bishkek at the beginning of the week. February 16: variable cloudiness is expected. The nighttime temperature will be around +2 degrees, while during the day the air will warm up to +20 degrees.
On February 15, 1969, in Bishkek, then known as Frunze, the lowest temperature for that day was recorded at −22.8 degrees. This data is provided by the resource "Weather and Climate". On the opposite side of temperature records, the year 2024 became the warmest with a reading of +18.8 degrees.
Employees of the Republican Center for Health Promotion have once again drawn attention to the threat posed by passive smoking. Smoking may be considered a personal choice; however, once those around begin to inhale tobacco smoke, it creates serious health risks for them.
The acceptance of applications for the international competition "Media-Navruz 2025" has come to an end. According to information from the organizers, over 40 works were submitted by journalists and authors from Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
At the forum held in Bishkek, current issues of seed production in Kyrgyzstan were discussed. The event gathered seed-producing farmers from all corners of the country, representatives of cooperatives, state and private seed farms, as well as experts from international organizations and specialized universities. The forum was organized by the Department of Agricultural Crop and Horticulture Expertise under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz
In addition, an asphalt concrete plant with a capacity of 35 tons per hour has been opened in the region.
Photo by GKNB. Former head of the state committee Kamchybek Tashiev President Sadyr Japarov initiated significant changes in the structure of the national security of the country, which led to the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev, who had headed the GKNB since 2020. The head of state noted that this decision is aimed at strengthening the unity of society and preventing a split among citizens. As a result of Tashiev's resignation, his deputies also left their positions. Acting head of the
The tea festival titled "Indian Tea Culture - More Than Just Tea" took place in Bishkek, organized by the Embassy of India in the Kyrgyz Republic. The main goal of the event was to promote the diverse varieties of Indian tea. India ranks second in the world in tea production, combining a rich cultural tradition with modern technology.
In the Naryn region, in the At-Bashinsky district, a parent forum took place at the K. Tynalieva kindergarten, dedicated to the importance of strengthening relationships between parents and their children. The organizers of the event emphasized that the main goal of the forum was to create optimal conditions for the full development of children and to establish cooperation between educational institutions and families. During the forum, parents and children participated in various interactive
Recently, a bozo festival took place in the Naryn region, at the "Salkyn-Tor" recreation area, as a result of joint efforts by the local authorities of two districts. According to Kanibek Esenaliev, the deputy akim of the Ak-Tala district, the event was part of a three-day press tour organized by the presidential envoy in the Naryn region. The main goal of the festival was to develop winter tourism and promote the historical and tourist sites of the region.
The expansion of Kalinin Street in Bishkek is being carried out from Jibek Jolu Avenue to the BChK. According to information from the Patrol Service of the Police, road repair activities will begin on the bridge on Kalinin Street starting February 15.
Ulan Biibosunov has become the new head of the State National Security Committee's department in Bishkek. This was reported by the portal 24.kg, citing its sources in law enforcement agencies. Photo GKNB According to the editorial information, Biibosunov holds the rank of colonel in the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Previously, he served as an advisor to the Minister of Internal Affairs and headed the counter-extremism service in the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Construction work on a 14-story residential building in Bishkek, located near secondary school No. 61, has been suspended. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan. According to the ministry, a complaint regarding the ongoing construction work at this site was received on February 14.
The official statement from the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan announced the termination of contractual relations with the companies "Nur Umra Travel" and "Amanat Business Holding." The press release emphasizes that the management of the mentioned companies violated a number of terms of the agreements, which became the basis for the unilateral termination of the contracts.
In the Ak-Talinsky district, in the rural district of Ala-Buga, a series of cultural events called "Yr Mayram" ("Festival of Song") has begun. The head of the social and economic development department of the village council, Ainura Medetova, noted that these creative evenings are organized as part of the initiative "National Spirit — Global Heights" (Улуттук дем — дүйнөлүк бийиктик).
Today, clear weather with no precipitation is expected in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will fluctuate from 0 degrees at night to +15 degrees during the day.
Behind the dry reports of appointments and the reform of the state system often lie stories filled with human pain, and it is these stories that reveal how the state machine functions.
The unsatisfactory condition of the toilet in the primary school of the city of Shopokov became known thanks to a video published by a local resident. According to him, in the building where children in grades 1-4 study, the toilet is in an emergency state. After rain, the roof leaks, water collects on the floor, and the sanitary conditions leave much to be desired.
Victims of political repression during the Soviet years numbered in the millions, but the exact figures remain unknown to this day. According to some estimates, it concerns at least 12 million people, while the Gulag History Museum estimates the number to be around 20 million, with over a million executed. Persecution on political grounds did not cease throughout Soviet history, but the most massive repressions occurred during the Stalin era. "Cleansings" targeted party leaders,
In the Kemin district of the Chui region, at the entrance to the Chon-Kemin aiyl aimak, an upgrade of the recreation area called "Altyn-Bulak" is planned. This was reported by the newly appointed akim Kanbolot Tutuyev during a meeting with designers. According to the akimat, the issue of reconstruction was raised at a meeting with local residents on February 12 and received approval. Taking into account the opinions and suggestions of the population, work has begun on improving the